Little Brooklyn Lake Guard

Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: LARAMIE, WY, WY

Price: From $90 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Little Brooklyn Guard Station is located nine miles west of Centennial, Wyoming just off the Snowy Range Scenic Byway at an elevation of 10,340 feet. The guard station was constructed in 1931 as housing for Forest Service employees. Today, it is a unique year-round lodging experience for guests seeking recreation and relaxation in southeastern Wyoming.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/little-brooklyn-lake-guard to be notified when sites open up.

Unique year-round lodging at a historic 1931 Forest Service guard station (10,340 ft elevation) offering a rustic cabin experience in the Snowy Range with access to diverse outdoor recreation. Highly rated by guests (4.8/5 stars) who appreciate the warm cabin in a remote woodland setting.

Wildlife alert: Wapiti, Moose, American Pika, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Brown-capped Rosy-Finch, and White-crowned Sparrow documented in the area

Insider tips for Little Brooklyn Lake Guard: Book early—this is a federal campground with limited availability Winter access requires snowmobiles; summer offers direct vehicle access Expect a rustic cabin experience, not luxury lodging

Skip Little Brooklyn Lake Guard if: You need hookups—no hookups available. You require modern amenities—this is a rough, basic cabin. You cannot access by snowmobile during winter months.

Best time to visit Little Brooklyn Lake Guard: Summer (dry months) — Direct vehicle access to the cabin available during dry conditions. Winter — Year-round operation; snowmobile access available during snowy months for winter sports enthusiasts.

Nearby campgrounds: Nash Fork (Laramie, WY), Brooklyn Lake Campground (Laramie, WY), Sugarloaf Campground (Wy) (Laramie, WY), North Fork (Wy) (Laramie, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Little Brooklyn Lake Guard

Cell signal at Little Brooklyn Lake Guard (LARAMIE, WY): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Little Brooklyn Lake Guard

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LARAMIE, WY, WY★ 4.5 (2 reviews)From $90/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Little Brooklyn Guard Station is located nine miles west of Centennial, Wyoming just off the Snowy Range Scenic Byway at an elevation of 10,340 feet. The guard station was constructed in 1931 as housing for Forest Service employees. Today, it is a unique year-round lodging experience for guests seeking recreation and relaxation in southeastern Wyoming.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV60 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFirewood for Sale

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups—no hookups available✕ You require modern amenities—this is a rough, basic cabin✕ You cannot access by snowmobile during winter months

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with limited availability

Winter access requires snowmobiles; summer offers direct vehicle access

Expect a rustic cabin experience, not luxury lodging

Best: Summer (dry months)

Direct vehicle access to the cabin available during dry conditions

Best: Winter

Year-round operation; snowmobile access available during snowy months for winter sports enthusiasts

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Wapiti, Moose, American Pika, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Brown-capped Rosy-Finch, and White-crowned Sparrow documented in the area

Location

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Getting there →

From Laramie, Wyoming, take Hwy 130 to Centennial, Wyoming. Travel approximately 9 miles west of Centennial on Highway 130 to Brooklyn Lake Road (Forest Service Road 317) located on the north (right) side of the highway. The Guard Station is on Brooklyn Lake Road approximately 1 mile from the intersection with Highway 130. From mid-June until early November, the cabin is accessible by road, weather permitting. During the winter, the Snowy Range Scenic Byway is closed 3 miles east of the cabin. W

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Little Brooklyn Lake Guard cost per night?+
Little Brooklyn Lake Guard costs $90 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Little Brooklyn Lake Guard open?+
Little Brooklyn Lake Guard is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Little Brooklyn Lake Guard have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Little Brooklyn Lake Guard?+
Little Brooklyn Lake Guard can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Little Brooklyn Lake Guard?+
Little Brooklyn Lake Guard is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Little Brooklyn Lake Guard?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Little Brooklyn Lake Guard is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Little Brooklyn Lake Guard open, and what are check-in times?+
Little Brooklyn Lake Guard is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

MBRTB Outdoor Safety and EthicsMBRTB Forest OrdersWyoming Game and Fish DepartmentWyoming Off-Road Vehicle ProgramWyoming Office of Tourism
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$90 /night★ 4.5 (2)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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